10/17/23 HS Newsletter (day 4)
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Please see the newsletter below for the most recent SHHS announcements, school highlights, upcoming events and a list of useful contacts and resources. Have a great day!
TODAY IS DAY 4.
- Sleepy Hollow's own, Kayla McGuigan, is nominated for LoHud's player of the week! Please take a moment to vote today. Voting ends at 1:30pm. Kayla had a hand in more than half of the Horsemen's goals this past week and her midfield play, helped her team control the game and maintain possession. After a draw with Byram Hills, she dished out two assists in a win over Peekskill, then scored two goals and had two more assists in a win over Panas. McGuigan finished with two goals and four assists. Click here to vote or use the following QR code. Go Horsemen!
- The following college representatives will visit with our students this week. Please remember to sign up via Naviance.
- University at Albany, SUNY TODAY at 9:00 AM
- Montclair State University, TODAY at 10:00 AM
- SUNY Oneonta this Friday, October 20th at 11:00 AM
- Tomorrow is Sleepy Hollow HS College and Career Readiness Day. Remember to fully charge your device for PSAT testing and the Senior Workshops. Upon arriving at 8:30 AM please proceed to your testing room and/or workshop location. Juniors and Seniors opting to attend BOCES on Wednesday will depart and return at the normal times.
- Attention National Honor Society Applicants: Acceptance letters will be mailed this week. The Induction Ceremony will be held on October 24th at 7:00 pm. All current and new members are required to attend. Check Google classroom for an assignment for all new members by Thursday, October 19th.
- The Folklore Urbano NYC Sleepy Hollow High School Latin Music Residency is underway! This Thursday the jazz combo will meet with renowned Colombian Educator, Composer, Pianist and Producer Pablo Mayor, followed by Cuban/Puerto Rican percussionist Oreste Abrantes in the coming weeks! An all-school celebration of Latin music and dance will take place during school on November 3rd featuring members of Folklore Urbano and the SHHS jazz ensemble.
- Attention Seniors!!! Senior Portrait Dates are currently open and available to make appointments: October 19th & 20th, November 8th & 9th, and December 7th. There will be no senior portrait sittings past December 2023. Directions for signup can be found on the Yearbook Google Classroom. If you have any questions or if you have trouble signing up, please reach out to your Yearbook Advisors - Mrs. Katsman (Room 211W) or Mrs. Adamo (Room 210W).
- Attention underclassmen: student IDs have been handed out by science and math teachers. If you took a student portrait and did not receive your school ID please fill out the missing ID form that can be found on your Homeroom google classroom by October 31st.
- Horseman's Harvest Neighborhood Pantry is having a pancake breakfast at SHHS this Saturday, 10/21. If you are interested in volunteering to help during the breakfast, please fill out our volunteer form: Click here to volunteer
- RiverArts and the Tarrytown Music Hall co-present Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE, A Dance Company this fall on Saturday, October 21st at 7:30pm. The show provides a unique perspective of human struggles, tragedies, and triumphs and integrates traditional African dance with spoken word and contemporary choreography. For further information and to purchase $15 tickets at any level use the following link and discount code: DISC_RKB https://tickets.tarrytownmusichall.org/EVIDENCE23.
- SHHS Cares is sponsoring a sneaker drive. We are in need of new or gently used sneakers for all ages. All donations are distributed back to the community through the non-profit organization 914Cares. Boxes will be located at the main entrance and by the gym. Please support our club.
- Students interested in joining SPEAR stop by room 300N either before or after school to see Ms. Waczek or email her.
- Are you interested in being a teacher or working with kids? Please join us for our first Take a Look at Teaching meeting this year, on Thursday, 10/26 after school in room 410E. See Mrs. Sarr if you have any questions.
- Attention all students & staff: The fitness center is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 6:40am for any student or staff member interested in using it. Haven’t ever worked out before or intimidated by the exercise machine thing? No problem Coach/trainer Mr. DiLorenzo is there to help show you and program for you if needed or wanted.
- The SHHS Homework Center is now open Mondays-Fridays from 3:00-4:00 PM in room 300N. We provide homework help, content-specific tutoring, general academic assistance, and snacks. Visit the HW Center today!
- TUFSD Family Cultural Inventory: We're delighted to invite you to participate in our Family Cultural Survey—a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the diverse tapestry of cultures that make each family special and unique. This short survey aims to discover the rich traditions, values, and experiences that shape your family identity so we can accommodate and support your children in our schools. https://forms.gle/b5wWywnjqrhv3qoV6
- Social media tips for parents/guardians from our School Resource Officer, Officer Steven Bencosme:
- Parenting Suggestions Regarding Technology
- How to Support Your Child’s Social-Emotional Health / Cómo apoyar la salud socioemocional de su niño
- Parent Ultimate Guide to Instagram / Guía para padres sobre Instagram
- Tik Tok Guide for Parents/Guardians
- Snapchat Safety Resources for Parents
- A Parent’s Guide to Snapchat
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES:
- The Warner Library is looking for volunteers to help out at their book sale in October. Please stop by the main office for more information and to sign up to volunteer.
- The TaSH Farmers Market has opportunities available. Please review and complete the survey that will be emailed to your student email accounts: 2023 TaSH Hand Description + Application
RiverArts is in need of student volunteers (who work in exchange for community service hours) for their many upcoming fall events. All students will be offered tickets to our spring events if they wish to attend, as a way of saying thank you! And students who volunteer for the Ronald K. Brown Dance Company at the Tarrytown Music Hall are invited to stay and watch the performance. Please see the flier below for further details and/or stop by the main office to pick one up.
- Our Varsity Volleyball team lost to Blind Brook in a close 4 set match yesterday. Mariah Newbey led the team with 15 digs and 3 aces. Fabiola Colon led the team with 11 kills. The team will take on Walter Panas on the road Wednesday.
- Our Varsity Field Hockey lost to a strong Pearl River team yesterday. The girls showed a ton of effort and are looking forward to starting playoffs this Saturday.
GO HORSEMEN!!
- 10/17 - Ryan's Story Assembly for students - during school day
- 10/18 - College and Career Readiness Day - 1/2 day for all students (Digital PSATs for grades 9-11; College and Career workshops for grade 12). All students should bring their school-issued Chromebook or laptop to school fully charged.
- 10/19-20 - Senior Portraits (by appointment only)
- 10/24 - National Honor Society Induction - 7 p.m. - HS Auditorium
Principal: Dr. Deborah Brand
(914) 631-8838
Assistant Principal: Daniel Larkin
(914) 631-8838
Assistant Principal: Jessica Perez
(914) 631-8838
Attendance Office: Marjorie Maia (Spanish Speaking)
(914) 332-6205
Guidance Office
(914) 332-6207
Main Office: Joanne Waldron
(914) 631-8838
Main Office: Jessica Castro (Spanish Speaking)
(914) 631-8838
Main Office: Jacqueline Geoghegan
(914) 631-8838
Athletics: Mike Arias
(914) 631-3664
Transportation Office
(914) 332-6259